Through the Eyes of Travellers: Perceptions of Society
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1. Which traveller is known for his detailed accounts of the Indian subcontinent in the 14th century?
Ibn Battuta · Marco Polo · Fa-Hien · Alberuni
2. What was a common theme in the writings of many travellers to India?
The wealth of Indian rulers · The simplicity of Indian cuisine · The lack of education among Indians · The cold climate of India
3. Which aspect of Indian society did Ibn Battuta particularly admire?
Religious tolerance · Military strength · Trade practices · Architectural styles
4. Who wrote about the social customs and practices of the Indian people in the 5th century?
Fa-Hien · Ibn Battuta · Marco Polo · Alberuni
5. What did the European travellers often highlight about Indian cities?
Their cleanliness · Their population density · Their architectural grandeur · Their political stability
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